The first instruments to bear the Squier name were introduced in 1982, answering the call for genuine Fender¨ designs at accessible prices. The Squier 40th Anniversary collection celebrates the 40-year journey of FenderÕs entry-level brand with special editions of the Telecaster¨, Stratocaster¨, Jazzmaster¨, Precision Bass¨, and Jazz Bass¨, all available in Gold Edition and Vintage Edition variants.
The Squier¨ 40th Anniversary Stratocaster¨, Gold Edition is a stylish model adorned with an eye-catching collection of upscale features for the discerning Squier fanatic. Featuring striking gold-plated hardware, a gold anodized aluminium pickguard, a bound Indian laurel fingerboard with Pearloid block inlays, an engraved anniversary neck plate and gloss finish throughout, this Strat¨ is poised and ready for the spotlight. Player-friendly refinements of this commemorative model include a slim and comfortable ÒCÓ-shaped neck profile for an easy playing feel, vintage-style tuning machines and a 6-saddle synchronized tremolo bridge for authentic performance and style, and Fender-designed single-coil pickups with alnico 5 magnets for familiar Strat tone.
| Body Shape |
Stratocaster¨ |
| Body Material |
Nyatoh |
| Body Finish |
Gloss Polyurethane |
| Neck Profile |
"C" Shape |
| Fretboard Material |
Indian Laurel |
| Fretboard Radius |
9.5" (241 mm) |
| Scale Length |
25.5" (64.77 cm) |
| No. of Frets |
21 Narrow Tall Frets |
| Fretboard Inlays |
Pearloid Block |
| Pickups |
Fender¨ Designed Alnico Single-Coil (Bridge), Fender¨ Designed Alnico Single-Coil (Middle), Fender¨ Designed Alnico Single-Coil (Neck) |
| Bridge |
6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo |
| Pickguard |
1-Ply Gold Anodized Aluminum |
| Strings |
Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges) |
| Tuning Machines |
Vintage-Style |
| Hardware Finish |
Gold Plated |
